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Mythica MMORPG Cancelled By Microsoft

Posted by simoniker on from the dead-before-being-alive dept.

Ivan writes "Microsoft announced that it has cancelled Mythica, its internally developed massively multiplayer PC RPG with a Nordic twist. The official website has the formal cancellation announcement, but additionally, 1UP spoke with MS reps who gave a few more details, noting 'the company had two MMORPG projects in development -- Mythica, and an as-yet-unannounced title. Rather than support the development and eventual maintenance of two MMORPGs in an already crowded and highly competitive market, Microsoft cancelled Mythica to make room for its other game.'"

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  1. When you wake up... by Thinkit4 · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    do you look in the mirror and say "I am not a loser" repeatedly?

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    -I am an elective eunuch.
  2. Micro$oft buys World of Warcraft by DigiShaman · · Score: 1, Flamebait

    Obviously they didn't. But if Halo is any indication as to how MS markets games, then I don't see why Microsoft wouldn't buy out Blizzard either.

    I can see the horror now. Microsoft gains the rights to Warcraft. They then scrap plans for the PC and Mac version of World of Warcraft. Now, they can port it over as an X-Box exclusive to boost its sales.

    Don't think it can't happen. Well life has tought me a few lessons. Such as, money talks in the right amount.

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    Life is not for the lazy.
  3. Competition ?!! by Znort · · Score: 0, Flamebait

    My favorite quote :
    "Rather than support the development and eventual maintenance of two MMORPGs in an already crowded and highly competitive market"

    Successfully entering a competitive software market ... That is unknow territory to Microsoft !!!